We head to Italy’s capital for the latest instalment of a series where writers delve into their banks of calcio nostalgia
By Martin Dunlop for The Gentleman Ultra
Here we go; the almost impossible task of picking a Roma five-a-side team and keeping most people happy. Roma, like many Italian sides, are a club with a rich history of top-class players who have each brought their own unique skills and styles of play to an adoring public.
I would argue, reasonably confidently, that three of my five selections will not spark much debate. I have chosen only one midfielder, which means legends such as Agostino Di Bartolomei, Giuseppe Giannini and Daniele De Rossi miss out. However, my midfield choice brings energy, dynamism, and a creative spark that I feel would flourish on a five-a-side pitch. I’m confident that if my attacking duo rediscover their old spark, this team would be competitive against any side put in front of them.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/football/2024/oct/16/nostalgic-serie-a-five-a-side-teams-picking-a-lineup-for-roma
Author : Martin Dunlop
Publish date : 2024-10-16 10:07:29
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